Pesto ....... One of my favorite things to eat

Simple Pesto

Serves 6

Pesto is so versatile, you'll never run out of ways to enjoy it. Toss spoonfuls of this no-cook sauce with hot pasta or steamed vegetables, use it as a spread on sandwiches and wraps, or serve as a dip with raw veggies or pita chips. You can easily adapt pesto to your budget by substituting sale-priced nuts, herbs/greens and cheese, or what you've got on hand or in the garden. Sunflower seeds might be the ticket for those with nut allergies.
Nutrition

Per serving (about 1oz/40g-wt.): 110 calories (90 from fat), 10g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 300mg sodium, 2g total carbohydrate (1g dietary fiber, 0g sugar), 4g protein

Ingredients

1/4 cup nuts, such as walnuts or pine nuts, or sunflower kernels
2 cups packed chopped raw herbs/greens, such as basil, kale or parsley
1/2 cup grated hard cheese, such as Parmesan or Romano
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 to 2 tablespoons water (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Pulse all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.